1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2002 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2002 Volvo XC90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2002 Volvo XC90. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo XC90. (351 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 911 | 2002 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Porsche | Volvo |
| Model | 911 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
